buying (NOS) tubes online

Hi All,

Schiit replacement tube prices seem to have skyrocketed recently..

Does anybody have experience (positive or negative) with Novik Tube Store (via eBay?

Looking for a Valhalla 2 set. [They were $40, now $120]

Thanks,

Richard

richalan11-25-2023 1:24am

oddiofyl Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,768 posts 11-25-2023 at 02:12pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete For NOS I would contact Brent Jessee Recording
larsman Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,921 posts 11-25-2023 at 04:57pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @oddiofyl + 1 - I buy all my tubes from Brent; I can trust him to make good recommendations based on what I tell him I'm looking for, too.
theflattire Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 164 posts 11-25-2023 at 06:52pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete On eBay, I make sure the seller tests with numbers (readings and minimums) and they have 100% feedback.
cherbib Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 40 posts 11-25-2023 at 11:53pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Andy at vintagetubeservices.com. You must talk with him though. Be patient and you will be rewarded. (616) 454-3467.
invalid Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,177 posts 11-26-2023 at 12:01am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @cherbib Andy is the best for nos tubes, I've never had a bad tube from him, can't say that for other tube sellers even if they have a good return policy it's still a hassle.